About 17820 Hwy 42
Experience southern charm and modern comfort in this beautiful Acadian-style home set on 4.67 secluded acres, just 600 feet off Hwy 42. Enjoy serene views of local wildlife, two stocked ponds, and a separate pool and cabana area perfect for entertaining. The home’s wraparound porch offers five separate entry points into an inviting open floor plan. The kitchen is a chef’s dream with a built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator, commercial-grade stove and vent hood, quartz countertops, and backsplash updated in 2018. The first floor features four bedrooms and three custom bathrooms, including a primary suite with a double-sided fireplace and a tornado-rated concrete safe room closet. The second floor offers 1,200 square feet of flexible bonus space, currently used as a home gym, with a convenient half bath and an oversized dumbwaiter lift. Updates include a roof (2015), exterior paint (2025), and fresh interior paint (2018). The home is powered by a whole-home Generac generator for peace of mind. Outdoors, enjoy the deck’s wood-burning grill, a custom-built pool cabana with granite countertops, wood cabinetry, exterior fans, a half bath, and an outdoor shower. Pool liner replaced in 2019. Located in the highly rated French Settlement school district, with bus service directly to the driveway. Flood X and house did not flood! Schedule your showing today!
Features of 17820 Hwy 42
| MLS® # | 2025020382 |
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| Price | $856,200 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 5.00 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 4,281 |
| Acres | 4.67 |
| Year Built | 2000 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Detached Single Family |
| Style | Acadian |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 17820 Hwy 42 |
|---|---|
| Area | LIV MLS Area 80 |
| Subdivision | Rural Tract (no Subd) |
| City | Livingston |
| State | LA |
| Zip Code | 70754 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
|---|---|
| Parking | 4+ Cars Park, Garage, Concrete, Driveway, Garage Door Opener |
| Is Waterfront | Yes |
| Waterfront | Waterfront, Lake Front |
| Has Pool | Yes |
Interior
| Interior Features | Attic Access, Ceiling 9'+, Attic Storage, Multiple Attics, Walk-Up Attic, Elevator |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central Air, Attic Fan |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Outside, 2 Fireplaces, Double Sided, Gas Log, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Landscaped, Outdoor Shower |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Additional Land Lot |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Brick Siding, Cement Fiber Siding, Frame |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Livingston Parish |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | November 4th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| Listing Provided By | eXp Realty |